How many syllables in “illuminative”?
syllables in "illuminative"
Word details
Syllables
5
ill · umi · nat · ive
Letters
12
i · l · l · u · m · i · n · a · t · i · v · e
Scrabble
17
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About the word “illuminative”
The word “illuminative” contains 5 syllables, divided as ill · umi · nat · ive. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "illuminative" have?
"illuminative" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "illuminative" into syllables?
"illuminative" is divided into syllables as: ill · umi · nat · ive.
What is the Scrabble score for "illuminative"?
The Scrabble score for "illuminative" is 17 points.
Using “illuminative” in writing
"illuminative" (ill · umi · nat · ive) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “illuminative” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.